1. Opening Items
Subject
A. Call to Order by the Honorable Mayor Daniel R. Barrone.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type

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Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
C. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
D. Moment of Silence
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Information, Procedural
Subject
E. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Citizens Forum
Subject
A. Citizens who wish to comment may submit comments or questions to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com. before the commencement of the meeting. No action may be taken.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Citizens Forum
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

4. Awards and Recognitions
Subject
A. A proclamation by the Town of Taos in recognition of the work of our health care workers, first responders, and essential workers of our community that have helped us throughout the pandemic over the past two years.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
4. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

5. Presentations
Subject
A. Presentation by Jennifer Amman, Jeannie Ross and Aurora Valdez with 100% Taos County Community Initiative.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. Presentations
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

 

100% Taos County Community Initiative: www.100nm.org/taos/

Anna, Age Eight Institute: www.annaageeight.org/nm-taos/

Subject
B. Presentation by Ben Thomas with Rocky Mountain Youth Corp and Carl Colonius with Enchanted Circle Trails Association regarding a grant award from the New Mexico Office of Outdoor Recreation for the installation of informational map kiosks throughout the Enchanted Circle Trail region.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. Presentations
Type
Information

Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Awarded to Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (RMYC)

RMYC will work in partnership with the Enchanted Circle Trails Association (ECTA) and local governments to install at least six sign kiosks at public locations located throughout the Enchanted Circle trail system with the goal of helping to better promote the trails to both tourists and local residents to improve public health, recreation, and alternative transportation. The signs will include maps and descriptions of the existing and planned trail network as well as trail etiquette information about sharing the trail with other users, preventing litter, and trespassing.

 

ECTA’s role in the grant is to work with municipalities throughout the region to identify locations for the kiosks, and design the layout for each kiosk map. Each map will be different, highlighting specific trail assets co-located to the specific kiosk locations. ECTA and RMYC is asking for the Town of Taos to sponsor a kiosk at the cost of $2,000 per kiosk.

 

We would like the Town of Taos to receive a kiosk, and join us in building awareness of community members and visitors about local trails and recreational opportunities, which is a benefit to specific communities and the region as a whole.

 

 

Subject
C. Update on the development of the Town of Taos Comprehensive Plan by Stephen Burstein and Liza Miller with Architectural Research Consultants, Inc.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. Presentations
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

 

6. Consent Agenda - The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
7. Matters from Staff
Subject
A. Coronavirus update.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Discussion

In New Mexico and Taos we appear to be at or near the peak in case counts.  However, hospitalizations are still steadily increasing in New Mexico, and judging by trends in New England we can expect this for a further week before we begin to see a decline.  Cases and hospitalizations are now declining nationally.

 

I’ve attached a slide from Dr. Scrase’s press conference for NMDoH last week.  It illustrates the efficacy of the booster against severe illness and death.  I have discovered a source of data on boosters by County, the CDC.  We appear to be doing better than average in Taos with 55% of the County’s adults boosted compared to 41% in New Mexico.

 

Summary:

 

Important Note:  Due to the MLK holiday weekend and the subsequent delay in reporting by NMDoH, some of the data has been factored for the purposes of week on week comparisons.

 

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution No. 22-04 reaffirming a declaration of a health emergency for the Town of Taos and the imposition of preventive measures for the public and Town employees. (Town Manager Richard Bellis)
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action

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Subject
C. 2022 Municipal Officer Election Update. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
D. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of the Notice of Award to K. Barnett and Sons for the reconstruction of Taxiway A in the amount of $5,311,197.50 excluding gross receipts tax. Project to be fully funded by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant agreements SKX-SWG-3-35-0041-040-2021 and SKX-SWG-3-35-0041-042-2021. (Assistant Town Manager Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jan 25, 2022
Absolute Date
Jan 25, 2022
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$5,709,537.31
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
52-24-45003; 52-15-45003
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.

Summary/Background:

 

Bids were received for the reconstruction of Taxiway A on April 29, 2021.  FAA requires bid award numbers before issuing the grant award and the final FAA grant awards were not received and approved, as well as approval of the notice of award until this past fall, well beyond the 90 day required time to hold the bids.  Town Council approved unanimously the Notice of Award to K. Barnett and Sons on November 23, 2021 in the amount of $5,055,290 excluding GRTs.  Once K. Barnett starting assembling the documents required to start the project, it was determined they could not do the project due to the rise in the cost of labor and construction materials, in particular the rock for asphalt, electrical items and the drainage system.  The renegotiated price is a difference of $255,907.50 excluding GRTs and will be covered by the FAA grant awards at 100%.

 

The Taxiway A project will entail the reconstruction of Taxiway A and Connector Taxiways A1, A2, A3, A4 and A5.  Taxiway A provides the only access from Runway 13/31 to the existing apron.  The pavement strength for a portion of the reconstruction of Taxiway A will meet the same strength as Runway 13/31.  Beyond the apron, there is a portion of Taxiway A, from the east end of the apron to the end of Runway 4 that will meet the FAA approved fleet mix.  The connector taxiways will be designed to meet the same fleet mix as used for the eastern portion of Taxiway A.  Existing Taxiway A2 will be completely removed per the approve ALP.  The remaining connector taxiways will be renumbered and signs replaced accordingly.  These pavement sections have been reviewed and accepted by FAA.  Taxiway A width will be 50 feet up to the eastern edge of the apron.  All other new construction will have taxiway widths of 35 feet.

 

The estimated construction period is 90 days.

  

The total dollar amount above does include gross receipts tax $5,311,197.50 bid $398,339.81 GRT = Total amount of $5,709,537.31 for budget purpose and funding does cover this amount.

Subject
E. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of TT-22-51 to purchase 8- Scott Air-Pak X3 Pro SCBA (2018 Edition) with Snap-change Cylinder Connection, 4.5, Standard Harness with Parachute Buckles, Standard Belt with No Escape Rope, Regulator with E-Z Flo Regulator with Quick Connect Hose; 82 Snap-change cylinder, Carbon-Wrapped, Pressure 4500; 25- AV-3000 HT Kevlar Masks; 4- Carbon 60 Minute RIT Bottles; 10- Snap-Change Cylinder, Carbon-Wrapped, Pressure 4500; 2- Carbon 60 Minute RIT Bottle, in the amount of $156,110.00 from Municipal Emergency Supply utilizing NPPGov contract PS20120. (Fire Chief Edward Joseph Abeyta)
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action (Consent)
Preferred Date
Jan 25, 2022
Absolute Date
Jan 25, 2022
Fiscal Impact
No
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
NM State Fire Marshals Office Grant
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval to ensure replacement of out-of-date Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and applicable appurtenances.

Summary/Background:

This project will be funded through a grant received through the New Mexico State Fire Marshals Office, and will allow for full replacement of all expired or soon-to-be expired SCBA air bottles. It will also allow for replacement of all masks and allow for purchase of personal masks for all firefighters, and 8 new air packs to replace packs damaged beyond repair and outfit new Engine 3. 

The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Subject
F. Discussion, consideration and possible approval for an air service contract between the Town of Taos, as both a participant and fiscal agent for members of the Enchanted Circle Council of Governments, and Taos Air for the extension of service in fiscal year FY 2021-2022. (Karina Armijo, Marketing and Tourism Director)
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

8. Public Hearings - Citizens who wish to comment or have questions on a public hearing matter may submit comments or questions in writing to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com, and comments will be read during the meeting. If you wish to participate as an attendee during the virtual public hearing, please contact Town Clerk Francella Garcia before the meeting's commencement at (575)751-2004 or via email at fgarcia@taosgov.com
9. Matters and Reports from the Town Attorney
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Town Attorney.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
9. Matters and Reports from the Town Attorney
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

10. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

11. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Subject
A. Town Council’s ratification of Mayor Barrone’s appointment to the Historic Preservation Commission.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
11. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Appointment and ratification by the Council of a representative from the Town to the Holy Cross Hospital Board Nominating Committee.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
11. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
C. Matters and Reports from the Mayor.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
11. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

12. Matters and Reports from the Council
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Council.
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Matters and Reports from the Council
Type
Discussion

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13. Closed Executive Session
Subject
A. The Council may conduct a Closed Executive Session to engage in a discussion of matters subject to the attorney-client privilege pertaining to threatened or pending litigation in which the Town is or may become a participant pursuant to NMSA 1978 Section 10-15-1(H)(7); to discuss purchase, acquisition or disposal of real property or water rights pursuant to NMSA 1978, Section 10-15-1(H)(8); and/or to discuss limited personnel matters limited to discussion of the hiring, promotion, demotion, dismissal, assignment or resignation of a Town employee or the investigation or consideration of complaints or charges against a Town employee pursuant to NMSA 1978 Section 10-15-1-(H)(2).
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
13. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Attorney's Report Concerning Closed Executive Session
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
13. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

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Subject
C. Action on items discussed in Closed Executive Session (as necessary, by motion.)
Meeting
Jan 25, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
13. Closed Executive Session
Type
Action

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14. Adjourn